A nine-page suicide note written by Bengaluru-based businessman CJ Roy, who died by suicide during an Income Tax Department investigation, has been recovered and is now a key focus of the ongoing probe, police sources said.
According to reports accessed by NewsFirst Prime, the handwritten note contains extensive personal, financial and business details, offering what investigators describe as crucial leads into the circumstances surrounding Roy’s death. The document is currently being examined in detail by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) constituted to probe the case.
The note reportedly begins with Roy apologising to his family, seeking forgiveness as he described taking his “final step". While the language reflects emotional distress, investigators noted that the contents are structured and detailed, outlining clear instructions on both personal and professional matters.
Reports said Roy recorded specific financial information in the note, including details of money owed to him, and clearly named successors to manage his business affairs after his death. He also made a strong appeal that long-serving employees of the Confident Group should not be removed, describing them as trusted colleagues who should continue with the organisation.
Police said statements of Roy’s wife and children are now being recorded as part of the investigation. Investigators believe the financial disclosures mentioned in the note will help verify certain claims and establish a clearer timeline of events.
Sources further revealed that Roy had previously discussed several financial matters with his wife, particularly relating to funds extended to others. He had also spoken publicly about this in a recent YouTube interview, stating that his wife was aware of many of his business dealings. In view of this, SIT officials are expected to question her in greater detail after funeral rites are completed, as she is believed to have substantial knowledge of his financial records and business operations.
Roy’s death occurred on Friday afternoon amid an ongoing Income Tax Department search at his premises. Police said the searches, led by a Kerala-based IT team, had been underway for three days. On the day of the incident, Roy was questioned for nearly an hour and asked to produce certain financial documents. He then sought permission to go to his private chamber to retrieve the papers.
Shortly thereafter, a gunshot was heard. Police said Roy used a personal pistol to shoot himself in the chest. Income Tax officials present rushed him to Narayana Hospital, where he was declared dead on arrival.
Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar Singh confirmed the death and said forensic, crime and scene-of-crime teams had examined the site. “He shot himself and committed suicide. It is being examined to see which pistol was used. We are investigating to see how many rounds were fired," he said, adding that further details would be shared after the investigation progresses.
